Santh - Itarhi, Buxar
Santh is a village situated in the Itarhi subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itarhi and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Harpur Jaipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santh is 248722. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.72 hectares and falls under the 802123 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Santh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santh
According to the 2011 Census, Santh village had a total population of 1,262 people, including 671 males and 591 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.68%, with male literacy at 67.89% and female literacy at 57.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 268, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,262 | 671 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 126 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 149 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 370 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 301 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Santh
Santh is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Santh
Santh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Santh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Santh is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santh
Where is Santh located?
Santh village is located in Itarhi Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santh?
The Gram Panchayat of Santh is Harpur Jaipur.
What is the pincode of Santh?
The pincode of Santh is 802123.
What is the population of Santh?
Santh had a total population of 1,262, including 671 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Santh?
Santh had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santh was 62.68%. Male literacy was 67.89% and female literacy was 57.00%.